Investigative Report by Alex Ababio Environmental degradation in Ghana costs a staggering $6.3 billion annually, equivalent to nearly 11% of the country’s 2017 GDP. This is reported by World Bank’s Ghana Country Environmental Analysis (CEA), These costs arise from various factors, such as air pollution, water pollution, plastics pollution, e-waste, poor land management, coastal erosion, overfishing, and the impacts of climate change. Ghana’s impressive economic growth over the past decades has been fueled by the exploitation of its abundant natural resources. However, the environmental consequences of this growth cannot be overlooked. Ghana’s environmental destruction caused by industrial activities and illegal…
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By Alex Ababio and David Amoateng In a stirring homage , Mr. Michael Amofa, CEO of Latus Home , has hailed Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II as a symbol of peace, unity, and advancement in Ghana. Addressing Otumfuo Osei Tutu II’s impartial role in Ghanaian politics, Mr. Amofa stressed the vital importance of nurturing social cohesion and democratic governance. He specifically commended the monarch’s efforts in uniting the people of the Ashanti region and Ghana as a whole. Mr. Michael Amofa made these statements during an interview with the Ghanaian Watch in Kumasi, following his homage to Otumfuo Osei Tutu…
By Daniel Frimpong With the nation preparing for the imminent presidential and parliamentary elections slated for December 7, the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has sounded a call to arms for vigilance in safeguarding the democratic process. Commencing the celebration of his 25th anniversary since ascending to the 16th occupant of the Golden Stool, he stressed the pivotal role of upholding a stable environment. The Asantehene emphasized that such tranquility enables citizens to make enlightened decisions for the advancement of the nation. During his speech on Sunday, May 12, he highlighted the importance of preserving democracy amidst the political fervor…
The premier nutritional authority in India, which recently unveiled an updated rendition of the ‘Dietary Guidelines for Indians’, extols the myriad benefits of utilizing earthenware for culinary endeavors. Backed by an array of meticulously curated research, expert consultations, and empirical data, delve deeper to explore their stance on cookware and dining utensils. The National Institute of Nutrition (NIN), in its latest iteration of the Dietary Guidelines for Indians, tailored its recommendations to reflect the dynamic shifts in lifestyles, evolving dietary preferences, and prevalent health concerns. Following a meticulous synthesis of research findings, expert insights, and empirical substantiation, a pivotal directive…
By Daniel Frimpong The Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Samuel Abu. Jinapor, has urged global leaders to enhance investment in forest financing to combat the triple planetary emergency of climate change, pollution, and biodiversity decline. During the 19th Gathering of the United Nations Forum on Forest (UNFF19) at the United Nations (UN) Headquarters in New York, the minister emphasized the ability of forest to address the triple planetary crises, necessitating a critical review of forest financing strategies to catalyze investment endeavors in line with globally agreed objectives on Forest , climate change, and biodiversity. The United Nations Forum on…
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will soon install air quality monitors at industries to enhance its supervision and data collection of industrial pollution. Dr Kingsford John Kurugu, the Acting Executive Director of EPA, explained that the strategy was to protect host communities of industries, people who commute there, as well as workers. Dr Kurugu, who disclosed this to the Ghana News Agency in Accra, stated that the motive was to have access to real time data on the levels of pollution rather than the current dispensation where the factories submitted reports of their emissions. “With this new system, when residents…
By Alex Ababio and David Amoateng* Mrs. Veronica Ackah Miezah, the Branch Manager of Sekyere Rural Bank PLC in Kronum, has been honored with four prestigious awards for her outstanding contributions to the bank’s growth and her support for women in trading with the bank as customers. The accolades include being among the first ten top shareholders of the bank, recognized as the Best Branch Manager, acknowledged as the longest-serving branch manager across all branches, and commended for her significant role in organizing the successful 40th anniversary of the bank. Speaking exclusively to Ghanaian Watch at the Kronum branch office…
By David Amoateng Rev. Gregory Amponsah Nkansah, the Presiding Reverend Father of St. Joseph Catholic Church, has issued a fervent plea to the youth of the nation, urging them to fully embrace agriculture as a pathway to success. Underlining the shortcomings of government job creation, Father Gregory emphasized the imperative for young people to pivot away from reliance on non-existent employment opportunities and instead focus on agriculture for sustainable income generation. He underscored agriculture as the most viable and dependable means of livelihood for young people ,advocating for increased productivity among citizens. “Currently, agricultural commodities, particularly vegetables such as okra…
Kwabena Boateng, representing the New Patriotic Party (NPP), emerges triumphant in the Ejisu by-election, securing 27,782 votes, constituting 55.8% of the total ballots cast. His primary contender, Independent Candidate Kwabena Owusu Aduomi, gathers 21,534 votes, making up 43.3% of the overall vote count. In a fiercely contested competition following the demise of Member of Parliament and Deputy Finance Minister Dr. John Ampontuah Kumah on March 7, 2024, Boateng clinches victory despite a modest voter turnout. The by-election witnesses an intense campaign, notably between Boateng and Aduomi, the latter being a former three-time NPP Member of Parliament for the constituency who…
By David Amoateng, Amansie East In a bid to foster healthier dietary habits among Ghanaians, the Queen Mother of Senfi_Adumasa, Nana Adeasa Dwene Afisem Antwiwaa II, has advocated for the cultivation of backyard gardens. Addressing attendees at the Asante Food Festival, coinciding with the celebration of Asantehene’s 25 Silver Jubilee at Senfi-Adumasa Palace in the Amansie East Municipality of Ashanti, Nana Adeasa Dwene Afisem Antwiwaa II emphasized the importance of reverting to traditional, locally grown foods. “It is imperative for Ghanaian women to embrace the practice of backyard gardening to mitigate the consumption of foreign dishes laden with spices and…